Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Surf City Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Surf City Middle School's student population of 656 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Surf City Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surf City Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#630 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surf City Middle School's ranking?
Surf City Middle School is ranked #630 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Surf City Middle School often compared to?
Surf City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Topsail Middle School, Dixon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Surf City Middle School?
656 students attend Surf City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Surf City Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Surf City Middle School?
Surf City Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Surf City Middle School offer ?
Surf City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Surf City Middle School part of?
Surf City Middle School is part of Pender County Schools School District.
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